Jane Fonda's Guide to Love, Friendship, and Political Activism | Explains It All | Harper's BAZAAR

[@fruttenka]

"You can't make your life longer, but you can make your life deeper," that was really beautifully put.

[@williamsharman2159]

Hello Monika, how are you doing?

[@Dime9764]

This Those word were beautiful Such an amazing woman True gem

[@bgueberdenteich5206]

@@Dime9764 She is not amazing, she should not even live in this country ! I repeat, she is a traitor to our country !

[@sherryg1838]

@@bgueberdenteich5206 No she’s not. She was anti war and fell prey to government propaganda that didn’t want the truth about Vietnam to come out. Educate yourself.

[@mauriceapollo8688]

I realize Im kinda randomly asking but does anyone know a good site to stream newly released tv shows online ?

[@sdz4383]

I admire how brutally honest and accepting she is of her journey's ups and downs and how every event has changed her way of being more wiser and better .

[@cartergomez5390]

Yes, it's true how life is a journey and you become wiser because you get to know yourself better over the years and sometimes it takes a long time.

[@maralynfarber2068]

Jane is a seeker. If you read her books, you get this. She is fiercely intelligent. I believe Jane has embraced the Christian faith, but she has also embraced Buddhism & much more. She has apologized to her children for not being a better mom when this was relevant, and I always appreciated her humility. Honestly, it also helps to have a lot of money. I believe when she divorced Ted Turner, he was extremely generous to her. When Jane was a child, she was desperate for her daddy’s approval and attention, so her history with men is very understandable.

[@MsLauraMSM]

“I’m not afraid to die, I’m afraid to die with regrets” I love her

[@tiffanyroseangeles7517]

Yes! She's fabtastic!!!

[@Irishgui83]

I wish we could all be as accepting and less frightened by our own mortality. It's still so taboo in Western world.

[@BooBoo-pu1jh]

There are two genders

[@davemattia]

Lady, i you don't have regrets, you're full of baloney.

[@snozzlehead92]

Hanoi Jane. Communist sympathizer and enabler. That will forever be her legacy.

[@marcellasteles]

WHAT A GREAT INTERVIEW!!!! She's so brillant, honest and sane. She's 83 and looks great. INSIDE and out.

[@TNSmitty1953]

Good job Harper's crew. This interview was conducted in such a way that surpasses by far many others Jane has done. She's real, relaxed, unrehearsed , and speaks from her true self.

[@Mac62671]

Prime example of a woman who lived a life that she paid attention to. A lot of depth here

[@elizabethgiarratana439]

Ijhi oh o

[@elizabethgiarratana439]

I'm on I boo

[@Mac62671]

@@elizabethgiarratana439 ??

[@silambre]

...who lives a life... she is old, not dead 🙃

[@McCallmeLauren]

A literal ICON. What a titan, I look up to her so much. She's such a badass!

[@scubasteve4496]

you make me sick she's a dispicable human being

[@mitchconner865]

@@scubasteve4496 damn straight!

[@DanielPerez-pw1sr]

I love Jane Fonda. A real American treasure: full of wisdom, experience, intelligence, and humility. It’s refreshing to hear her speak her truth with candor and grace. She’s the Grandma I wish I had. ❤️

[@karmina709]

The grandma, sister, mentor

[@markleon411]

Given the chance to explain, so many more layers are revealed. This woman's life is full of lessons for all of us and for the future.

[@gustamanavo]

I'm probably gonna rewatch this for the rest of my life!

[@sw.7519]

Read a book instead an educate. She is a virtue signaller .An actress.

[@cleverdouradomarinho904]

She is a book of wisdom

[@cartergomez5390]

Don't use the word "probably" in your life. Say you will do it. There are no uncertainties in life.

[@juliafox7904]

Absolutely, I have recommended it to others!

[@tinycandypanda]

24 woman here and the female friend comment struck a chord with me. I recently broke up due to the fact I felt my partner was isolating me from my support system, my girls. And now that I’m reconnecting, I feel so much more present, and ready for life.

[@antoniafoster8264]

Good, for you. 💝

[@jameshurst8529]

Hello Celina 🥰😊

[@NameWithoutNumber]

This is very late for a reply but: GOOD. Aside from how much we need our friendships, a partner isolating you from your support system is a giant red flag.

[@ericadillman1184]

wow was not prepared for all the emotions this video gave me

[@Irishgui83]

I wish I was as brave as Jane Fonda. She is a living legend. One who shall be remembered, not only for her career, but for her work.

[@katielunny3001]

I’m in bed just winding down. And as I was listening to Jane, I started getting so excited and charged with this intense happy positive energy as she spoke. She really is a beautiful soul, and meant to be an activist. Bless

[@mamaknows1062]

Thank you Jane Fonda for allowing the world to watch you grow, change, and transform into the beautiful person you have become that you always were. Love your movies, and your causes. Blessings beautiful.

[@wendyhart8968]

Have always loved Jane Fonda and followed her as teenager and even now the lady knows what she stands for and that is inspiring. Know who you are , most power there is!

[@Thomasfrohwitter]

Hello Wendy

[@cameliap1146]

Elle est remarquable à tout point de vue. Brillante, belle , engagée, cohérente...you name it ! Un plaisir de la voir et de l' écouter. You go girl !

[@jenniferrothschild4329]

Is it possible to love her more? This is life changing. I sent it to all my woman friends. This is the first time every single one of them wrote me back because they were blown away. Several of us struggle with food. No one ever talks about that because it isn’t cool. We ❤️ you Jane and thank you for speaking from your heart.

[@tiisetsomosoeu]

This woman is a gem. Words honestly cannot describe how much I love her.

[@terryolsson4145]

Ms. FONDA, you are an inspiration. This insight to your soul, explaining who you are and how you got there is a gift to me. Im 70yrs and have been plagued with all the same questions and dead end roads most of my life. Life is hard, youth is hard, seeking truth is hard. But collectively and over time if one has a just and moral conscience sooner or later you find peace and wholeness. I thank the Lord and the powers that be and people like you for continually enriching my soul. Thank you Jane.

[@mariaguiza8745]

How fresh it feels hearing you Jane. I am happy the new and young generations of woman have light houses to seek like you, vulnerable and strong with all colors in between. Thanks for sharing

[@theboy.inblack]

Love her! I wish i could accomplish as much as she did and still be fab at my 80's. True Icon!

[@johnmccann8319]

I fell in love with Jane Fonda when I was a teenager.I've seen most of her films.She is a great actress and an amazing intelligent and beautiful woman.Thanks so much Jane.💚

[@zigzag7740]

Wow. Mind blown! How inspirational was that - literally hung on every word she said. Loved her!

[@kittyhawk8646]

Love your depth of thinking, and knowing yourself, Jane Fonda. Did your power exercise programs on tape for years... read your books, joints degeneration and all, love your strength of being!❤️

[@bcdgo3]

I resonate with so much that she talks about here. I love the line, “You can’t make your life longer, but you can make your life deeper.”, is such a wake up call for me. How do I want my third act or last chapter to go? It’s up to me to live my life intentionally, starting now!

[@SuperMacygray]

I've been so fortunate to have Jane Fonda to look up to and provide meaningful guidance to my life, thank you Harper for interviews like this, keep them coming...........

[@Thomasfrohwitter]

Hello Leanne

[@thecurlycognitive5545]

Jane Fonda is an incredible woman, and the wisdom she gave will stay with me. Thank you. ❤️

[@Patricia-413]

Regardless of your political/ideological views and whether or not you may agree or disagree with a lot of what Jane Fonda does/believes, she is a courageous woman who has made some mistakes but has learned from them. Lots of inspiration in this video. Thank you.

[@abstergo06]

i love this woman so much, just imagine the world if everyone was like her, such a legend and a role model

[@Christynmaine]

@Jenna Right We all either remember or know about vietnam and Jane's visit there in 1972. She has publicly apologized for this on more than one occasion in tv interviews and the print media. It was one mistake in a lifetime of activism and doing good wherever she is. She deserves our forgiveness.

[@barrymoss797]

What an idiot!!! Read her history of what she did to our soldiers during Vietnam war!!🤡🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@roxc453]

@@barrymoss797 oh boohoo

[@jenniferrothschild4329]

Well, that’s a world I’d like to live in!

[@mer_5]

This video is such a treasure!! She is just amazing.

[@saucedupbat]

I adore this woman. I rarely feel an itch to learn about someone's life as I felt with her and I owe it to her honesty and integrity.

[@lah6739]

Jane, good to see your grey hair. Let yourself age naturally; your inner beauty shines through and by far over-rides what is on the outside. RESPECT!

[@gsand07]

Tears are streaming down my face as I listen to her. Many times while reading, “My Life So Far” same thing happened with the tears. Ms Fonda has a way of being truly and deeply present when she expresses herself and I resonate-boy do I resonate! I literally jumped when she explained her reasons for choosing the wrong men in her life. Omg I have done exactly the same! Maybe many women choose men who don’t ask them to “show up”? It’s easier to just stay in the shadows. I am 60 and have been single since 1999 and now find it easier to just keep men as friends. Thank you, Jane, for your piercing words of wisdom. You’re a beautiful inspiration. I think I will go re-read “My Life So Far”-I like feeling the “connection”. 😊

[@jwalker7888]

Beautiful, smart and honest Jane. Thank you~

[@sw9618]

Don't get me wrong, I love my guy friends. But as a man myself, I'd be totally lost without the two woman friends in my life, one from grade school, one from college. So I think Jane's on the mark about female friendships.

[@amandagarcia6320]

Well I hope you're not married. As a woman I would absolutely FORBID! my husband from having female friends. NO WAY, no way, no way, no way. Never. Not in a million, trillion years.

[@sw9618]

@@amandagarcia6320 Then you have serious trust issues. That really sucks. I can't imagine my future girlfriend telling me it's either her or my female friends, I'd dump her ass on the spot.

[@eusaboston]

@@amandagarcia6320 oh honey . He’ll cheat on you if you keep behaving like that . Chill and trust your hubby . It’s ok to have female friends

[@amandagarcia6320]

@@eusaboston NO, no, and NO! No! It's "not okay" with me and any man who continues to entertain "female friends" AFTER we are married? Is a man I can do without in my life and he can ENJOY watching my backside as I walk out of my divorce attorney's office as I leave him PENNILESS and without the best thing that ever happened to him in his life!

[@roxc453]

@@amandagarcia6320 you sound extremely insecure

[@maeganachoy8222]

When Jane said: “i just wasn’t dealt a hand that made me good at relationships” i honestly felt that on a real eye opening level! Everything she mentioned on love was just on point for me 🙌🏼 I love her so much!

[@craigjgomez]

It is so heartwarming and rewarding to see how Jane Fonda's public persona of a not so smart person, someone who was ridiculed for her anti-war statements has been able to remain grounded while becoming respected for her activism now. I can't think of anyone except for maybe Woody Harrelson and Martin Sheen who engaged in "civil disobedience" more often and went to jail more often in order to bring attention to those causes. Some might say that's a meaningless stunt but the fact is, people like Robert Redford and Jane Fonda have used their celebrity to support good causes. And really, what good is it to be famous if you don't use it to support making the world a better place. Jane Fonda is a role model and an inspiration.

[@lynnruddell7852]

I love how you are always growing ! You inspire me at 57 years.

[@powerliftingcentaur]

I didn’t intend to watch this video right now, but she is so damn compelling. Love this woman.

[@nossiguenrobandoabajo6329]

Wisdom embodied. A masterclass in how to live. "You can't live longer, but you can live deeper" - J.F.

[@Sara-lc7ek]

Jane Fonda offers very solid advice and truths-just in this piece alone. Women coming together and supporting each other, inherently. I got scolded for recommending Grace and Frankie to an older female friend whose husband fought in Vietnam. I felt awful but researched even more and I stand by Jane. She was using her platform as she felt needed and was attempting her spread of peace. Thank you, Jane Fonda.

[@loisorr8294]

Can't put into words how much I love this woman 🥰 she's amazing 🙌

[@normadejesus2845]

There's so much to learn in so little time.. She's Amazing. I love 💕 you Jane Fonda..

[@MargueriteFairProductions]

You are a wonderful person. I work out to your senior videos every day. You feel like a freind. Stay healthy and know you are loved!

[@antoniafoster8264]

I worked out to her exercise tapes in college in the 80’s. All of my friends, too! She’s been keeping us healthy and inspired for all these years. She’s an amazing woman. Love her. 💖

[@Thomasfrohwitter]

Hello there

[@FEVERDREAM889]

I absolutely adore this woman! Such wisdom, bravery, and grace in one courageous lady. Much love, Jane!

[@kimbattles2399]

Ms Fonda is absolutely Amazing. Listening to her has given me food for thought and made me feel so much better.

[@Thomasfrohwitter]

Hello Kim

[@lah6739]

That's right Jane, active compassion (social activism) for the well-being of others makes us more courageous. and confident in ourselves.

[@melwebb64]

These are the kind of world leaders we need!! BRAVE! BOLD! AUTHENTIC!! Thank you Jane! 🔥🔥🔥🌏🌈🕊

[@bgueberdenteich5206]

No we don't ! she was called Hanoi Jane ! 1972-vietnam war .

[@BLane-xr1ic]

@@bgueberdenteich5206 Thank you!! Jane should be in prison for treason.

[@heleenaassefa5203]

she is such a stunner in every way. love her!

[@davidallen508]

Quite so.Jane speaks so wisely and looks lovely here (her eyes are hypnotic).

[@jenniferrobertson6858]

The very picture of a life well lived, continued respect.

[@joannebuckner7428]

How inspiring to learn so much from Jane Fonda whose life has had in it as many roller coaster rides as those of us who are not famous. I respect her so much for not only experiencing the challenges of a huge career and marriage/divorce/parenthood, but for also gracefully carrying the burden/gift of fame. How does one do that and still stay sane? This interview is packed with quotable insights and clarity. I would have liked her to reach into the wisdom she has gained regarding wealth/money, too. I would like to hear her speak about how being wealthy from a young age influenced her choices. I do love her passion and compassion. I wish her continued good health and ever increasing contentment.

[@jameshurst8529]

Hello Anne, how are you doing today?

[@Huffdanny-p2n]

Hi Jo Anne hope you’re okay?

[@pilarlago5162]

Amazing lady! Thank you Ms . Fonda for all your bravery to help make our world a better place. ❤

[@victoriagadd6831]

Jane gets better with age. I think she’s at her most beautiful, wonderful, authentic, and most interesting now - my inspiration. She seems to have been trying to find herself for ever and over all the years I have heard - heard and listened - this is the first time I have believed that she is her true self and my god she’s fabulous and it seems is no longer trying so very hard to be JANE FONDA. What a Legend.

[@Katarinavision]

Jane you are and have always been phenomenal since you were born! You just didn't know it in your early years. I love how clear, articulate and wise you are. Your words move me to tears. So true, what you you say about young people and youth. At Global leadership Schools we make it our mission to find every young person's 'Brilliance,' so that they lead happy, fulfilled lives, for the rest of their lives! Thank you so much for sharing your Life wisdom with us. I would love to know you as a friend. Katarina

[@FeralCatSanctuary]

So fond of her. A mentor for me.

[@l.hutsonspe1007]

WOW! That was mind blowing. Thanks Jane Fonda. I felt comforted by the end, don't know why. Hugs 🤗

[@ghstbird3338]

The story of my life so far - came from money, have a degree, not knowing what the hell I want to do, keeping moving from job to job and feeling like I’m not good at anything 😞😞. Except, I have a STRONG support from my father who understands me and letting me know that I will be okay ❤️💕 - a father’s support.

[@MsThebeMoon]

Wow. Thank you, Ms. Fonda (and Harper's Bazaar). This was exactly what I needed to see and hear right now. Especially the wisdom at the end.

[@beverly183]

I have followed Jane Fonda since I was a youth, she’s beautiful! I only wish that I was blessed to have met her in person to simply grab some of her character which seems absolutely the best. Love you beautiful lady and please continue with Grace and Frankie

[@Huffdanny-p2n]

Hi Beverly hope you’re okay?

[@patrickstevenson9775]

What a unique, inspiring, intelligent, wise, brave, remarkable lady! She is larger than life, beautiful inside out, no one is like her, a legend in the true sense of the word!

[@cwb1400]

My hardcore right-wing family soured me to Jane Fonda growing up but when I became an adult and started listening to her and understanding truths instead of the lies I have come to respect this woman sooo much! She’s so right about female friends and the importance of that. Just love her!

[@darrisnelson5223]

Jane is a fascinating woman...without fail every time I’ve heard her speak I’ve learned something new. Her energy and passion are captivating! She is someone I look to as a mentor for how to age well. At 65 I’ve slowed down in my activism yet Jane in her 80’s seems to always be ramping up to something more that needs tending! Thank you for featuring her here!👏🏻💪🏻

[@patrickstevenson9775]

Yes fascinating is the word and while you admit to have slowed down with activism (there is nothing wrong with it, you have done your part so good to take a backseat), she seems to get even stronger and more determined with age and it is truly inspiring!. Endless energy and determination. Absolutely remarkable lady!

[@Thomasfrohwitter]

Hi there

[@smileeveryday421]

I admire her wisdom, and when she speaks, it is so genuine, and real! Love that!🙏💜

[@NelCooper]

I totally agree with all the accolades here for Jane Fonda. She helps me be brave too!!!

[@latashasinclair9970]

I am so grateful for this interview. So much insite, so much wisdom. I learned 2 important things. Learn yourself find out what you need and do that. 2 hold on to your tried and true girlfriends. Love you Ms.Fonda

[@angelalawsonreadings]

Holy eff I love her! That whole showing up in a relationship section.. that was wildly powerful. She is wildly powerfully mindful 🙏🏽

[@krisstineschmidt184]

FOR ME....SHE NEVER GET OLD OR OLDER.I WILL EVER APRECCIATE HER,HER ACTING,KINDNESS,BEAUTY,STRENGTH AND WORKOUTS!!! THANKS LADY JANE FONDA!!!

[@claudiagoodman4133]

Loved " grandchildren are second chances" thank u. I have always admired her. She is an inspiration in so respects.

[@befit4u882]

I love love love Jane Fonda!! I have been following her for years . I exercised with her videos. She is my idol !! Thank you for this interview ! 🥰

[@amandagarcia6320]

My God, she was so exceptionally BEAUTIFUL in her youth! Still a gorgeous lady, but I can't help feeling as though she really had that "star quality". So lovely. I just love her presence and poise.

[@maribel4103]

Thank you for sharing and shedding some light to this almost middle-aged woman🥰

[@defneaksoy3661]

THIS WOMAN. A ROLE MODEL. AN ICON. SO MUCH RESPECT.

[@smoothandchunky1]

Jane Fonda is such a seasoned human being every breath she takes is an important life lesson. Adore her, rock on Jane!

[@evacamarena1974]

Thank you so much Mrs Fonda for those words of wisdom 🙏

[@Ttaahasx125s]

ICON, Love Jane Fonda!

[@hernans8718]

What a beautiful, smart, kind, wise, human been. I dont see just a movie star. I see the evolution of a enormous and gorgeous woman full of wisdom and generous to share it with us. For that i say thank you Jane. Love you.

[@sheilaclarke5276]

Her truthfulness is so courageous and refreshing. What a legend 🌸

[@flotreize3447]

Belle femme, belle âme. Merci pour ce moment de sagesse. Nous aimons beaucoup Jane Fonda en France.

[@dianehall5345]

Jane Fonda has a dozen years or so on me, but I was in my 20s in the 1970s. I have gone through American politics and trends with her. I treasure my copy of On Golden Pond, starring two Fondas and Katherine Hepburn! Plus the movie was filmed in my back yard. Our working family farm is located in Central New Hampshire Lakes Region. I let my hair go silver at at 70, during Covid. It was liberating! Now I'm breaking out Jane's original Work Out book and happy to be following her advice, regarding being true to yourself...

[@Benyikoko]

Captivating... What a life Jane Fonda has lived. All around the world. The movies. The controversies. The money. The fame. The husbands and ofcourse her activism. A living legend if you ask me

[@patrickstevenson9775]

And the workout!

[@JeffBazell]

Jane, I have always loved you because of your intelligence, your activism, your talent and courage to share yourself with us. In that order. Be healthy and happy. xo

[@helendoody8996]

I so admire her passion with great purpose and her wisdom.Jane is right on....knowledge is an ever ending pursuit which fuels youthfulness no matter what age you are.

[@jameshurst8529]

Hello Helen 😊

[@YolandaMoradzadeh]

I truly admire you. You are my hero.

[@astridbrodahl1329]

I absolutely love Jane Fonda’s honesty!

[@gwenj3132]

Be seen, feel safe and be cherished!! Incredible words to live by.

[@bobdereimer5210]

Interdependence is key. The Climate must be foremost to every human being on Earth. Thank you, Jane Fonda

[@karmina709]

I knew of Jane Fonda, but never knew much about her. I discovered her thru her show Grace &Frankie, what a great actress, then i started looking at interviews of her and Lilly Tomlin. Wonderful ladies, great friendship. They are fascinating, they have stories you want to hear.

[@patrickstevenson9775]

You should read her Biography 'My life so far', what a life!

[@IsabelMontes]

OMG OMG AN ICON

[@YamIa3gypsy]

I adore Jane Fonda. Authentic, intelligent, graceful and inspiring. Great interview, worth pondering several good points on life and what we make of it.

[@jameshurst8529]

Hello Vicky 👋

[@juliafox7904]

Wise wise words Jayne Fonda - thanks for this interview- helpful whatever age. “ People need to have meaning in their lives…in a relationship you want to feel safe, seen and cherished…two whole people coming together” Yes.

[@janee166]

I never tire of listening to this lady’s wisdom. She is remarkable.❤️

[@sw.7519]

This shows your own short comings.

[@barbaraconnett5057]

Thank you Jane, for you honesty, I have learned so much from you, thank you!

[@Huffdanny-p2n]

Hi Barbara hope you’re okay?

[@lulumoon6942]

One of the best "interviews" I've ever seen, THANK YOU.

[@debbiemoore2747]

I love this woman, I love her rawness and her attitude.

[@debbiemoore2747]

@@Huffdanny-p2n no I'm a ghost so can't answer either way

[@debbiemoore2747]

Don't do bit coin Already a cat fish Not a desperate older woman byyyyeeee

[@patriciahall2223]

Truly an incredible inspirational courageous kind and compassionate Lady , I Love you dearly Miss Jane Fonda , God Bless always and thank you 🇨🇦

[@hayleyannamathieson7261]

Strong woman. Inspiring, intelligent, beautiful. I admire her tremendously🌹🌹🌷

[@arttoegemann]

One her best interviews. Beautiful. Thank you Jane. Thanks Harper's Bazaar.

[@pegggymallis324]

I have always admired Jane Fonda. She's a brilliant actress, truthful, and lives on her own terms

[@irenemak1302]

Jane Fonda words of wisdom are hopefully the beginning for a new generation. There a few woman who can stand next to her.

[@mariaholvoegouras936]

Wonderful! So important! Thank you!